EuroB-rad

Ma-fia and Setright, I am still here, was down in K-town the last few days for some work. Thanks for the good laugh about highjack the thread and for the info I was looking for. I am pleased at the direction this thread has gone. It is amazing no matter how some start, that peoples driving abilities come into play. Thanks again and I will let you know how things go. EuroB-rad;)

I do live just south of Bitburg, my wife works in Spang. The road I talk about is the fog filled B50. With construction and SUV's and Mini Vans it is a fun drive. Setright, I know the stretch very well. Thats where the Volvo hit 165. Also witnessed from the passenger seat. Another question. If I run Mobile one what wt. would you suggest. I have three options. 15w-50, 10w-30 or 5w-30? Thanks again and here is to letting the ponies run free.

Tiny, I agree with your "most stupid" comment. Most of the drivers over here are Military Mini-van or SUV mom's that have had the military brain wash them about driving on the roads over here. Tickets, license revoked, it all goes throught there spouses commander so it reflects on the whole family. Too many bad habits learned in the US and then brought over here. There is also a section of rural road that we are not allowed to pass or drive over 80 clicks. To many accidents and this is there solution. Young kids over here with little driving experience. What can you do?

ma-fia, There are still some areas in Germany without a limit. Our other car is a Euro spec 95 BMW 525i and I have had it up to 150mph. A couple of weeks ago we were in a 03 Volvo v70 turbo wagon driving to Frankfurt and topping out at 165. A rush but not very many areas that you can do this. The Europeans are also very concious drivers. They almost always drive as far right as possible and will move over when they see a car approaching. I wish the US drivers could figure this out. Germany is also very full of photo speed detection devices. 2 months later you recive a ticket and a hefty fine.

Just moved to Europe, Germany to be percise. We have a 01 US spec OBW w/ 60k that we brought over with us and will be driving on the Autobahn a fair amount. Wondering if any one can give me some advice on oil, filters, lubes and maintance for a car that will see 90mph and 4000 rpm's for extended periods of time. Have taken a few trips and so far the car seems to do well. Due for an oil change soon so thought it was a good time to start to think about this. Thanks in advance for you help.